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Infinity – John Coltrane

Name: Infinity – John Coltrane
Description: John Coltrane’s *Infinity* (1962) is a landmark free jazz album featuring extended improvisations by Coltrane and his quartet, showcasing complex harmonic explorations and pushing the boundaries of collective improvisation within a large ensemble setting.

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John Coltrane’s *Infinity* (1962) is a landmark free jazz album featuring extended improvisations by Coltrane and his quartet, showcasing complex harmonic explorations and pushing the boundaries of collective improvisation within a large ensemble setting.

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Was Infinity recorded and released in 1962?

No. Its underlying John Coltrane performances were recorded in 1965 and 1966, then reworked and released posthumously in 1972. The album appeared on Impulse! Records.

What did Alice Coltrane add to Infinity?

Alice Coltrane arranged overdubs including strings, harp, organ, piano, and percussion. Her treatment transformed four existing John Coltrane performances into a controversial orchestral project.

Which pieces appear on Infinity?

The album contains four John Coltrane compositions: "Peace on Earth," "Living Space," "Joy," and "Leo." They originated with different versions of Coltrane's ensembles rather than one large-group session.

Does Infinity feature the classic John Coltrane Quartet?

Parts of it do: McCoy Tyner, Jimmy Garrison, and Elvin Jones are heard on the 1965 material. The 1966 recordings instead involve Alice Coltrane, Pharoah Sanders, Rashied Ali, and other musicians before the later overdubs.

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